State flags to half-staff for Mississippians killed in New Orleans terror attack
Both Jan. 9 and Jan. 17 will be days of mourning for the loss of these two Mississippians.
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Presidential electors cast ballots in Mississippi
The Electoral College consists of 538 electors, a majority (270) of which is required to elect the President and Vice President.
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Stark Aerospace expanding in Columbus
Stark Aerospace recently was awarded a $61.454 million contract by the U.S. Navy for missile canister production in support of the Mark 41 Vertical Launching System, an on-board missile canister launching system.
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Donation to the Mississippi Food Network and the Salvation Army
Since the program began, MPA members have donated 862,352 pounds of chicken and 1,882,600 eggs.
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Burford Electric Service expanding in Lowndes County
Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program.
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Reeves’ Fiscal Year 2026 executive budget recommendation
The Budget Recommendation highlights an agenda focused on eliminating Mississippi’s income tax, laying the foundation for additional record-breaking private sector investment, continuing Mississippi’s economic development momentum.
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New investment foundation for future economic development success
The majority of grant approvals, totaling over $97 million, will be invested into projects that will further strengthen Mississippi’s economy.
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DeSoto County Tourism, BankPlus Amphitheater earn Governor’s Conference awards
Each year, MTA honors state industry leaders exhibiting excellence in their respective sectors of hospitality and tourism.
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“Project Momentum” details largest government waste audit in decades
Project Momentum comes on the heels of several other audits conducted by the Office of the State Auditor over the last five years.
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Reeves approves law enforcement assets to North Carolina for Helene response
Fourteen missions have been deployed to five states affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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